Is Your Home Prepared For a Coronavirus Outbreak in Your Community?

Coronavirus is a large family of viruses causing illnesses ranging from the common cold to severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV). The respiratory disease it causes has been named “coronavirus disease 2019” (abbreviated “COVID-19”), according to cdc.gov and who.int.

As coronavirus has made its path into the United States, it is important to be prepared should there be a coronavirus outbreak in your community. Here are some tips to best prepare your home for a coronavirus outbreak:

• Create a plan of action. Determine who is in your plan of action and discuss the needs of each individual should there be an outbreak in your community.
• According to cdc.gov, data shows…

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20 Luxury Master Baths to Make Your Jaw Drop

The epitome of luxury is found in a home with a luxury master bath. A luxury master bath can be a respite from the demands of life and offers a secluded alcove of peace. With gorgeous detail and style, these luxury master baths are more than a powder room. The luxury master baths are rich with luxurious details and built with a magnificence and scale that are the pinnacle of luxury. The most eye-catching luxury master baths are bigger than many small apartments and can cost just as much! In the most beautiful luxury master baths, you’ll find large, luxurious tubs set up in private alcoves, walk-in showers, ambient lighting, windows with spectacular views, dressing rooms, custom cabinetry, and smart home features for enjoying music, watching videos or…

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Lunch & Crafts With Our Local Hearts

“This is our universe, we just share it.” – Ya La’ford We had a room full of smiles & imagination as the kindergarten through 5th-grade students at Mt. Zion Christian Academy joined us for a delicious Chick-fil-A lunch and crafts. Our talented friend, Ya La’ford, explained the power of art as the students put their passion & creativity to work to design beautiful cups they were able to take home! Our love for the community is so much greater than what can be seen by the eye. With a deep passion for our youth, arts, and equal rights for all, Smith & Associates Real Estate strives to make Tampa Bay a better place to call home. Learn more about Smith & Associates Real Estate’s Local Heart,…

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9 Luxury Home Technologies You Need for Your Home

9 Luxury Home Technologies You Need for Your Home

Modern glamour in a home has become a merger of design and function, with luxury home technology becoming an essential part of what defines a luxury home. New modern luxury homes are full of smart technology that enhances security, improves lifestyle and offers an added level of peace of mind to the homeowner. It’s estimated that the typical home in 2022 will have more than 500 smart devices. A home that is stylish must now also feature savvy, luxury home technology to even be considered a place for the discerning homeowner to dwell.

Smart homes are the new definition of luxury. You can upgrade an existing home to become a smart home or move into a home that you customize to make the smartest…

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Tampa Bay Developments Bring Retail and Walkability to Enhance Local Neighborhoods

When you think of living in a large city, you can envision walking out of your flat and immediately having an array of shopping options. City life means having an array of boutiques, restaurants, services, cafes, and coffee shops easily accessible from the doorstep of your home. As the urban centers of Tampa Bay develop, enhanced walkability and access to restaurants and shops is becoming desirable for the modern homeowner.

The locals may not want the extreme lifestyle of big cities but they do want options and Tampa Bay developers are changing the landscape of these communities with a focus on top-quality retail. Condo towers are becoming a valuable asset to their neighborhoods by creating a unique sense of place with the ground-floor retail space…

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Smith is Home to Award-Winning Real Estate Agents

Established in 1969, our company has grown to become Tampa Bay's largest independently-owned real estate brokerage firm with over 300 real estate agents and record-breaking sales. Last year, our team of award-winning real estate agents and associates celebrated a record-breaking sales year with $1.5 billion in sales volume, an increase of 22% from the previous year. We know that our company’s success is due to the hard work of our real estate agents and associates. Every year, we recognize their efforts with a party that toasts their accomplishments from the past year and excites them for the possibilities in the year ahead.

This year’s party was at Armature Works where all 300 of our real estate agents and associates met for a team celebration. Awards…

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Smith & Associates Celebrate a Record-Breaking Year

The Boutique Firm Recorded $1.5 Billion in Sales Predict a Bullish Real Estate Market for Tampa Bay in 2020

Tampa Bay's largest independently-owned real estate brokerage firm, Smith & Associates Real Estate, celebrates another record-breaking sales year with $1.5 billion in sales volume, an increase of 22% from the previous year. The company has been serving Tampa Bay's real estate market for over fifty years and recognized associate accomplishments with a party at the Armature Works in Downtown Tampa. With their Developer Services team representing ten projects in Tampa Bay that have completion dates set between 2020 and 2023, Smith feels confident that the Tampa Bay real estate market will be on fire in 2020.

Established in 1969, Smith &…

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13 Most Expensive Homes in St. Petersburg, FL

Multi-million dollar homes are all over St. Petersburg, Florida attracting homeowners from all over the world to what is becoming one of the most diverse and desirable cities in the state. Real estate prices are climbing and we have pulled together a list of the most expensive homes in St. Petersburg, FL. Opulent luxury homes in St. Petersburg are attractive to people looking for space, comfort, and privacy with the most expensive homes in St. Petersburg standing out as impressive and significant. The most expensive homes in St. Petersburg are sure to impress anyone who loves architecture or simply likes to daydream about the finer things in life. Lush tropical settings, sunset watching, huge yards, chef-quality kitchens, and more are offered in the most…

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Smith is Community

We at Smith are dedicated to our local community and contribute to organizations throughout the year that support equality, the arts, and education. Smith & Associates Real Estate participates in over 50 organizations throughout Tampa Bay and emphasizes a corporate culture of giving back. Each month, you’ll see the Smith orange and our associates supporting causes that we find meaningful. Please join us this month!  

Feb 1st - DACCO Gala and Auction - 7pm

DACCO treats substance use disorders, including Opioid Addiction Treatments and any co-occurring mental health symptoms in men, women (including pregnant women) and youth. Nationally awarded for their comprehensive coordinated care, DACCO is a Behavioral Health organization with outpatient,…

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BTI Partners Selects Smith & Associates As Exclusive Broker For Marina Pointe

Master real estate developer BTI Partners is proud to announce that it has named Smith & Associates Real Estate as the exclusive listing broker for Marina Pointe, a luxurious Tampa condominium development with direct access to an all-new, state-of-the-art marina and the Westshore Marina District’s dining and retail. Smith & Associates Real Estate is an established leader in the Tampa Bay market and enjoys the region’s highest per-agent productivity with annual sales of $1.3 billion and more than 2,600 transactions per year.

“Partnering with Smith & Associates, Tampa Bay’s most successful and reputable real estate brokerage, marks another major step toward making our vision for Marina Pointe a reality,” said Noah Breakstone, CEO of BTI Partners.…

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